Employment Services Programs

The IMAA Employment Services Programs exist to assist individuals who are unemployed and struggling to become self-reliant.   IMAA’s core efforts are focused upon helping people-- including immigrants and refugees—to get on their feet by guiding them through the complex systems that are a feature of modern American life. 

The IMAA Employment Services staff embodies the concept of a “one-stop shop”.  Clients are referred to IMAA by Olmsted County Community Services, Catholic Charities, or community members.  Their needs are then individually assessed in a culturally appropriate manner by a bi-lingual case worker who speaks their native language.  Through the use of a universal intake checklist, clients are then referred to programs, both internal and external to IMAA that will help fulfill their needs while working to attain self-sufficiency. 

Employment Services Programs are staffed by IMAA’s six bi-lingual case managers and offer a wide range of support such as bilingual case management, job search assistance, job coaching, and employment related support services such as childcare assistance, transportation, housing, and referrals.

For more information, please contact Karri Blair at: 507-289-5960 ext. 119 or email her at: karri.blair@imaa.net